Veszprém keeps the cultural flame burning all year with exhibitions, concerts, theater, film screenings, festivals, food events, and family programs lighting up the City of Queens. On April 29, everything kicks off across multiple venues, and the calendar barely catches a breath afterward.
Therapy Dogs, Secrets of the Crown
Start April 29 with Kutyaterápia a legeslegkisebbeknek at the Eötvös Károly Library from 16:30 to 17:00. Meet Travel, the therapy dog, and learn gentle animal care up close. The sessions are led by Anikó Jánoska from the Doktor Mancsok Foundation and are open to ages 0–3 with a valid library card. Bring indoor shoes if it rains. Later, at 17:00 in the library’s Kisfaludy Hall (Komakút tér 3), researcher-teacher-musician Dr. Zoltán Burucs presents his book Szent István és a Szent Korona titkai nyomában (In the Footsteps of Saint Stephen and the Secrets of the Holy Crown), offering a fresh perspective on the Holy Crown and its link to the Balaton Zodiac, an ancient secret astronomical center. Expect a welcome, communal singing of Ó Szent István, dícsértessél…, a slideshow talk, Q&A, and book signing.
Sharpen Your English, Toast the Season
On April 30, the American Corner’s Conversation Club meets from 16:30 to 17:30 at the Eötvös Károly Library. Free and open to high schoolers and up, this week’s topic is investments. May opens with Gyárkert Majális on May 1 and the beloved Gizella Days (Gizella Napok) festival from May 4–10, filling the city with pageantry and tradition.
Art History Deep Dive, Parallel Worlds
On May 6 at 17:00, art historian Dr. Júlia Papp (of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences) speaks in the Kisfaludy Hall on The Battle of Mohács and King Louis II in 16th–19th-century visual art. At the same time, the Small Gallery (Kisgaléria) hosts the opening of Parallel Worlds (Párhuzamos világok), introduced by graphic artist László Kurcsis of the KÉVE Art Society. Exhibiting artists include László Babics; Imre Tivadar v. Bognár; Barbara Bombicz; Rudolf Csapucha; Zsolt Dinnyés; Margitka Gmeindl; Annamari Görcs; Gyula Kirschner; Katalin Krajtsovits; Viktória Muzsai; Marianna Priskinné Tuller; Kata Várnagy; Melinda Venesz; Lajos Virág; and Zsolt Zsubrits.
Teens, Tech, and Talking AI
On May 14 at 10:00, social media expert Melinda Klausz unpacks A ChatGPT biztosan a barátom? (Is ChatGPT Really My Friend?) in the Kisfaludy Hall for grades 5–8. On May 19 between 16:00 and 18:00, grandparents and grandchildren (ages 6–99) team up for Grandparent & Grandchild – Hand in Hand in the Digital World (Nagyszülő & Unoka – Kéz a kézben a digitális világban) at the Children’s Library and American Corner: a story trail through the stacks, robot bee programming, a dance-off, and a touch of 3D crafting. It’s free, but you must register in advance.
Swim, Bike, Dance, Defend
May 24 brings the 4th Veszprém Triathlon Festival. From May 26–30, the DANCE International Contemporary Festival energizes the city, and on May 30, the 8th Veszprém Defense Day (Veszprémi Honvédelmi Nap) honors defense traditions.
Summer, American Style
June 29–July 3: Red, White & Cool, a free English minicamp at the American Corner, led by an American mentor for teens 12–16. No textbooks—just five days of USA-themed teamwork and projects across History, Geography, Culture, Sports, and Innovation, building confidence and real-life speaking skills.
Wine, Jazz, and World Stages
July 10–19, the Rosé, Riesling and Jazz Festival (Rozé, Rizling és Jazz Fesztivál) pours summery vibes. VeszprémFest returns July 15–18 with star power: JUANES on July 15 (tickets from $50.70 to $72.20), BETH HART on July 16 ($66.80 flat), KRAFTWERK on July 17 ($50.70 flat), and PINK MARTINI on July 18 ($50.70 flat). Festival passes range from $5.40 to $72.20. From July 23–25, the Veszprém Street Music Festival (Veszprémi Utcazene Fesztivál) turns the streets into a music maze.
August to Autumn Highlights
Classical elegance arrives August 3–9 with the Auer Festival (Auer Fesztivál). Handball takes over August 13–19 with the 30th Cell-Cup Veszprém International Handball Festival. On September 5, the 10th Tacsi Tali Veszprém gathers dachshunds, owners, and dog lovers for a joyful meet at the Monasteries and Gardens (Kolostorok és Kertek) event grounds.
Exhibitions You Shouldn’t Miss
Running through spring: The Alchemy of Glass – Zoltán Bohus and Mária Lugossy (Nov 20, 2025–May 31, 2026) and Labyrinth – Lili Ország and Fellow Artists (Dec 4, 2025–May 31, 2026), both at 8200 Veszprém, Erzsébet Promenade (Erzsébet sétány) 1. The Veszprém Spring Exhibition (Veszprémi Tavaszi Tárlat) spans multiple venues (Mar 5–May 25). From April 12 to August 2, Pure Form (TISZTA FORMA) showcases the Vass Collection’s French fine art at the Modern Gallery – Vass László Collection (Modern Képtár – Vass László Gyűjtemény).
Gizella Days and Castle Walks
May 1 features a concert by the Saint Seraphim of Sarov Male Choir (Szárovi Szent Szerafim Férfikar), plus Guided Castle Walks at 10:30, 14:00, 15:00, and 16:00; on May 2 at 10:30, 14:00, and 16:00; and on May 3 at 14:00 and 16:00. The cathedral hosts the Gizella Day festive concert on May 7, followed by a tradition-making Gizella Day prayer on May 8. Special Gizella Day Castle Walks depart May 9 at 17:00 and May 10 at 10:30 and 14:00, with more guided walks on May 16 (14:00, 16:00), May 23 (10:30, 14:00), and May 30 at 10:30.
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
